Banbridge Academy 1st XI Girls’ Secure a place in the Irish Schools’ Kate Russell

Banbridge Academy’s 1st XI girls’ hockey team has turned a season of narrow margins into a historic opportunity, officially securing…

Banbridge Academy Dance Teams Excel at Ulster Competition

Banbridge Academy delivered a remarkable series of performances at the Ulster Dance Competition, held at the Armagh City Hotel, securing…

Banbridge Academy Students Hit the Slopes in Axamer Lizum

Pupils from Banbridge Academy enjoyed an unforgettable week in the Austrian Alps as they took part in the school’s annual…

Banbridge Academy welcomes His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant of County Antrim

Banbridge Academy welcomes His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant of County Antrim

Banbridge Academy was honoured to welcome Mr David McCorkell KStJ, His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant of County Antrim, to the school for…

Banbridge Academy Swimmers Shine at Swim Ulster Schools Cup

Pupils from Banbridge Academy delivered a stellar performance at the Swim Ulster Schools Cup and Gala held at the Aurora…

Banbridge Academy Students Say “¡Hola!” to Madrid on Immersive Language Expedition

MADRID – While most students spent their half-term break relaxing at home, a group of 23 ambitious GCSE and A…

Banbridge Academy’s Emma Stewart Storms to Victory at Home Countries & Celtic Cross Country

Banbridge Academy’s Emma Stewart Storms to Victory at Home Countries & Celtic Cross Country

Parliament Hill, London — In a commanding display of strength, maturity, and exceptional athletic talent, 16‑year‑old Emma Stewart, a Year 13…

Banbridge Academy Open Night

Thank you to all prospective pupils, families, and community members who attended our Open Night 2026. It was a pleasure…

Cross Country Success

Huge congratulations to Emma Stewart in Year 13 on being selected for the Northern Ireland and Ulster women's team at…

Open Night 2026

Open Night 2026

Banbridge Academy welcomes the High Sheriff of County Down

Lieutenant Colonel Peter Leckey VR, the High Sheriff of County Down (2025), visited the school to address students on military…

Banbridge Academy ranks as one of the best schools in the UK

In the Sunday Times Parent Power Guide, Banbridge Academy featured as the 64th top performing secondary school in the UK.…

Mr Mark Orr KC appointed Pro-Chancellor of Trinity College Dublin

Mr Mark Orr KC appointed Pro-Chancellor of Trinity College Dublin

Banbridge Academy are delighted to congratulate our former Chair and current member of the Board of Governors – Mr Mark…

Christmas Craft Fair

We are delighted to be able to hold our popular Christmas Craft Fair and Coffee Morning again this year. It…

Lucy Farrell from Banbridge Academy Honoured with Drummond Education Award

Lucy Farrell from Banbridge Academy Honoured with Drummond Education Award

Banbridge Academy student Lucy Farrell has been named one of the winners of the British Nutrition Foundation’s Drummond Education Award…

Banbridge Academy Announces Senior Rugby Sponsors for 2025/26 Season

Banbridge Academy is proud to announce its senior rugby sponsors for the 2025/26 season. The school extends its heartfelt thanks…

Double Finals -Banbridge Academy Girls’ Hockey Teams Set for Stevenson Cup Finals

Banbridge Academy is celebrating an outstanding start to the season as two of its girls’ hockey teams prepare for the…

Pupils and Staff Celebrate Individuality on Odd Socks Day 2025

Pupils and staff across the school came together in a colourful and creative way to mark Odd Socks Day 2025,…

BA Pupils excel in Young Enterprise Exam

12 Banbridge Academy Pupils have excelled in the University of Ulster Assessment in Enterprise through the Young Enterprise Programme, all…

Banbridge Academy’s Remembrance Assemblies

Banbridge Academy’s Remembrance Assemblies this week were conducted with the utmost dignity and solemn respect, marking a significant occasion in…